Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 Tablespoon confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs, slightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 slices (each 1-inch thick) Italian bread
- 2 medium bananas, thinly sliced
- Caramel syrup, warmed
- Whipped cream
- Additional banana slices
Directions
- Preheat griddle to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until smooth; set aside.
- In a large bowl with a wire whisk, blend milk, eggs, vanilla, sugar, remaining cinnamon and salt; set aside.
- Cut a slit in each slice of bread to form a pocket. Spread inside of pocket with cream cheese mixture. Add sliced bananas.
- Place stuffed bread slices in the milk mixture. Let soak 1 minute on each side. If necessary, soak in batches to fit in bowl.
- Carefully transfer to griddle.
- Cook 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until browned and egg mixture is set.
- Serve with warmed caramel syrup and extra banana slices if desired. Or, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
Serves: 4
